CHEF CHRIS MASCO

Executive Chef
Leading the imaginative culinary experience at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is Executive Chef, Chris Masco. From Italian to Southwestern, Mediterranean to Kosher cuisines, Masco’s 20 years of experience with diverse culinary traditions bring a fine love and understanding of culture to the Resort’s culinary team. Masco leads a team of nearly 100 members in servicing all ten dining establishments at the Resort and also oversees all banquet events throughout the Resort’s more than 200,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space.

Chef Chris Masco began his cooking career studying at the renowned Culinary Institute of America, where he demonstrated both his skill and drive for success at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City, winning the gold medal for cold food presentation. Since his graduation in 1996, Masco has maintained his commitment to excellence, bringing dining distinction to some of the country’s finest restaurants, hotels and resorts including: Japanese American, Sundance Resorts, The Hyatt Regency Atlanta and Westin Hotels and Resorts.

From his early achievements, Masco has brought his superior talent and dedication to his endeavors, earning such recognition as “Best American Cuisine” and a Mobile Four Star award. In 2000, he was chosen to represent Hyatt at the American Food Festival in Thesssalonki, Greece, where he shared his skill and knowledge of American cuisine with the Ambrosia Restaurant, creating menus and performing at food functions for the American Ambassador of Greece. In 2007, Masco spent time in Tokyo, Japan teaching American cuisine to Tokyo locals and implementing American menus at the Westin Kyoto and Westin Tokyo.

David Roldan

Executive Sous Chef

With a career in restaurant management, catering, restaurants and hotels that has taken him from the shores of southern Florida to the famed riverwalk in San Antonio to the sun-kissed Sonoran Desert, David Roldan brings a wealth of experience to his role as Executive Sous Chef at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa.

A graduate of Johnson & Wales University in North Miami, Roldan honed his culinary skills at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, where he began as a restaurant cook and in-room dining cook, later was named a garde manger chef and was promoted to banquet sous chef. His career led him to The Westin Riverwalk in San Antonio where, as executive sous chef, he was honored with the Manager of the Year Award.

Prior to joining the team at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Roldan served as Executive Chef overseeing all food and beverage operations at the W Dallas Victory Hotel in downtown Dallas.

At The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Roldan uses his expertise to manage the day-to-day functions of the Resort’s 10 unique dining venues, to assist in menu development and to inspire and lead the Resort’s culinary teams.

CHEF ROBERTO MADRID

Chef de Cuisinedeseo

Born in Northern Mexico, Roberto Madrid brings a passion for Latino cooking to his role as Chef de Cuisine at deseo. He began his culinary career in Scottsdale in 1982, studying under Chef Tony Fogo at The White Truffle, a local French fine-dining restaurant. He then moved to Jean Carlo to master fine Italian cuisine, and the spent six years with Chef Michael Salvagio at Steven’s, helping to build the foundation of modern Southwestern cuisine. Madrid was part of the opening team at The Terrace restaurant at The Phoenician Resort & Spa as well as the Golden Swan at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort at Gainey Ranch.

Madrid was part of the opening culinary team at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa and has led the deseo culinary team since 2006. His colorful and artistic presentations of each dish shares his excitement for deseo’s lively cuisine and bold flavors. Madrid adds a modern twist to deseo’s unique recipes, using his knowledge of traditional Latin dishes to stay true to the “Nuevo Latino” menu.

Soon after opening, deseo was named among “America’s Best New Restaurants” by The James Beard Foundation and the accolades have continued. In addition to earning the Four Diamond Rating by AAA, the restaurant was recently voted “2014 Best Resort Restaurant” by Arizona Foothills magazine readers, was named as one of “America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2014” by Wine Enthusiast and has again earned a prestigious 4.5 stars from the Arizona Republic.

COLE CHIARAMONTE

Chef de CuisineBrittlebush Bar & Grill

Chef de Cuisine Cole Chiaramonte honed his skill in creating innovative menus and leading culinary teams while serving in high-end restaurants, boutique hotels and resorts, cruise lines and even at large nationally recognized events such as the Kentucky Derby.

After spending much of his career in San Diego, he relocated to Arizona in 2009. As Executive Sous Chef at the U.S. Airways Center in Phoenix, he directed event operations for all catering efforts, which included executing events for 18,500 guests during the Phoenix Suns’ basketball seasons.

At Brittlebush Bar & Grill, he applies his extensive experience to his passion for creating fresh, delicious gastropub cuisine using regionally produced ingredients from local purveyors.

Chiaramonte earned an Associate Degree in Culinary Arts from Grossmont College and has been a Certified Active Member of the American Culinary Federation since 2006. Past accolades include nominations for ‘Best Hotel Dining’ and ‘Most Creative Cuisine’ from the San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter Association and ‘Best Restaurant to Splurge At’ and ‘Best Seafood Restaurant’ by the Inland Empire.

Kierland Kampfires

May 2, 20146:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Kierland Kampfires
A signature activity and popular evening ritual, roasting Arizona s'mores over an open fire pit creates a fun and memorable experience for guests of all ages. $5 unlimited s'mores per person or complimentary if paying resort services charge.

Niner Wine Estates Complimentary Tasting

May 9, 20145:00 pm – 7:00 pm

On Friday evenings throughout May, The Rim Bar will host complimentary tastings of two popular Wine on Tap offerings – the red and white blends from Niner Wine Estates. Join us from 5 to 7 p.m. every Friday for the tasting and to learn about this Paso Robles, California winery.

Unlike the process of serving wine from a bottle, wines on tap are not exposed to oxidation until the moment they are served, which ensures their quality and keeps their flavor as the vintner intended. In addition to reducing waste and carbon footprint created by serving in individual wine bottles, each of the Rim Bar's Wines on Tap wines is produced by a winemaker who practices biodynamic, sustainable or organic procedures in their production methods.

Niner Wine Estates proprietors, Richard and Pam Niner, believe that a blend of exceptional people, vineyards, tools, and ideas is the key to creating world-class wines and providing a unique wine country experience. Founded in 2001, Niner Wine Estates is dedicated to producing estate-grown wines from the premier wine-growing regions of Paso Robles and Edna Valley.

The Niner Wine Estates wines, and all of our Wine on Tap selections, also are available at The Rim from 4 to 1 a.m. nightly.

Kierland Kampfires

May 9, 20146:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Kierland Kampfires
A signature activity and popular evening ritual, roasting Arizona s'mores over an open fire pit creates a fun and memorable experience for guests of all ages. $5 unlimited s'mores per person or complimentary if paying resort services charge.

Moms Play Free at Kierland Golf Club

May 11, 2014N/A

What better way for mom to enjoy her day than a free round at Kierland Golf Club? Moms can play for free with the purchase of a full paid greens fee on Mother’s Day, May 11. For more information or to reserve a tee time please call 480.624.1202 or email golf@kierlandresort.com

Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch

May 11, 20145:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Treat Mom and spend time together as a family with our Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch featuring an extensive menu and live piano music and a special gift kids can hand make for Mom. Our exceptional resort FUN team will help children decorate a pot and plant a flower to give to Mom that will be sure to make her day!

Held in Trailblazers Ballroom, the 2014 Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch menu will offer delectable dishes served by the Resort’s talented culinary team from a prepared-to-order breakfast station serving Southwest Eggs Benedict, eggs and omelets, cinnamon brandy French toast and Greek yogurt parfaits; salad station with brushed hearts of romaine, arugula and spinach, antipasto and a selection of imported and domestic artisan cheeses; carving stations serving a slow-roasted beef tenderloin and Pacific Sea Bass, seafood station with jumbo gulf shrimp, Alaskan crab legs and bangs island mussels, pasta station and more. For Moms who love sweets, enjoy a one-of-a-kind dessert station with prepared to order “old-fashioned” Belgian waffles and a chef’s selection of signature cakes and pies.

Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11. Brunch is priced at $75 for adults and $25 for children ages 5 to 12 (excluding tax and gratuity). Children ages 4 and under dine complimentary. Reservations for brunch are required and can be made by calling 480-624-1202 or emailing dining@kierlandresort.com.

Scotch Master Tastings

May 15, 20146:30 pm

As a part of its ongoing Scotch program, the Resort hosts a series of Master Tastings, hour-long events that feature an expert from one of the leading Scotch producers. Each event begins at 6:30 p.m., costs $50 per person and includes light food pairings. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (480) 624.1202 or emailing dining@kierlandresort.com.

Niner Wine Estates Complimentary Tasting

May 16, 20145:00 pm – 7:00 pm

On Friday evenings throughout May, The Rim Bar will host complimentary tastings of two popular Wine on Tap offerings – the red and white blends from Niner Wine Estates. Join us from 5 to 7 p.m. every Friday for the tasting and to learn about this Paso Robles, California winery.

Unlike the process of serving wine from a bottle, wines on tap are not exposed to oxidation until the moment they are served, which ensures their quality and keeps their flavor as the vintner intended. In addition to reducing waste and carbon footprint created by serving in individual wine bottles, each of the Rim Bar's Wines on Tap wines is produced by a winemaker who practices biodynamic, sustainable or organic procedures in their production methods.

Niner Wine Estates proprietors, Richard and Pam Niner, believe that a blend of exceptional people, vineyards, tools, and ideas is the key to creating world-class wines and providing a unique wine country experience. Founded in 2001, Niner Wine Estates is dedicated to producing estate-grown wines from the premier wine-growing regions of Paso Robles and Edna Valley.

The Niner Wine Estates wines, and all of our Wine on Tap selections, also are available at The Rim from 4 to 1 a.m. nightly.

Kierland Kampfires

May 16, 20146:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Kierland Kampfires
A signature activity and popular evening ritual, roasting Arizona s'mores over an open fire pit creates a fun and memorable experience for guests of all ages. $5 unlimited s'mores per person or complimentary if paying resort services charge.

Scotch Master Tastings

May 16, 20146:30 pm

As a part of its ongoing Scotch program, the Resort hosts a series of Master Tastings, hour-long events that feature an expert from one of the leading Scotch producers. Each event begins at 6:30 p.m., costs $50 per person and includes light food pairings. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (480) 624.1202 or emailing dining@kierlandresort.com.

Niner Wine Estates Complimentary Tasting

May 23, 20145:00 pm – 7:00 pm

On Friday evenings throughout May, The Rim Bar will host complimentary tastings of two popular Wine on Tap offerings – the red and white blends from Niner Wine Estates. Join us from 5 to 7 p.m. every Friday for the tasting and to learn about this Paso Robles, California winery.

Unlike the process of serving wine from a bottle, wines on tap are not exposed to oxidation until the moment they are served, which ensures their quality and keeps their flavor as the vintner intended. In addition to reducing waste and carbon footprint created by serving in individual wine bottles, each of the Rim Bar's Wines on Tap wines is produced by a winemaker who practices biodynamic, sustainable or organic procedures in their production methods.

Niner Wine Estates proprietors, Richard and Pam Niner, believe that a blend of exceptional people, vineyards, tools, and ideas is the key to creating world-class wines and providing a unique wine country experience. Founded in 2001, Niner Wine Estates is dedicated to producing estate-grown wines from the premier wine-growing regions of Paso Robles and Edna Valley.

The Niner Wine Estates wines, and all of our Wine on Tap selections, also are available at The Rim from 4 to 1 a.m. nightly.

Aloha Summer Pool Party

May 23, 20146:00 pm

On Friday evenings, guests can enjoy live musical entertainment and the return of the Resort's popular Food Truck Fridays. On Saturday evenings, the Resort will feature entertainment provided by the Resort's own summer DJ and the Aloha Summer Barbecue served poolside featuring Pulled Luau Pork sandwiches with Grilled Pineapple and Mango Salsa and Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce on a Hawaiian Bun and served with Hawaiian Potato Chips.

Kierland Kampfires

May 23, 20146:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Kierland Kampfires
A signature activity and popular evening ritual, roasting Arizona s'mores over an open fire pit creates a fun and memorable experience for guests of all ages. $5 unlimited s'mores per person or complimentary if paying resort services charge.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 23, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

Lego Mania!!!

May 24, 20141:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Does your son or daughter love LEGO’s? Then this is the event for you! We will host Lego building competitions, Lego games, and Lego car racing competition. Best part - each kid will get to take home a 3 in 1 LEGO creator! Reservations are required, $20 per child. Reservations required, call the Kierland Minning Company 480-624-1268.

Aloha Summer Pool Party

May 24, 20146:00 pm

On Friday evenings, guests can enjoy live musical entertainment and the return of the Resort's popular Food Truck Fridays. On Saturday evenings, the Resort will feature entertainment provided by the Resort's own summer DJ and the Aloha Summer Barbecue served poolside featuring Pulled Luau Pork sandwiches with Grilled Pineapple and Mango Salsa and Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce on a Hawaiian Bun and served with Hawaiian Potato Chips.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 24, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

Princess Party

May 25, 20141:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Princess Party
Join us for a magical afternoon where every little girl’s fairy tale dreams may come true! We will play dress up, have crown and tote bag decorating, nail painting by the FUN beauty squad, and a magical ice cream sundae bar! $30.00 per child. Reservations required, call the Kierland Minning Company 480-624-1268.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 25, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 26, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 27, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 28, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 29, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

Niner Wine Estates Complimentary Tasting

May 30, 20145:00 pm – 7:00 pm

On Friday evenings throughout May, The Rim Bar will host complimentary tastings of two popular Wine on Tap offerings – the red and white blends from Niner Wine Estates. Join us from 5 to 7 p.m. every Friday for the tasting and to learn about this Paso Robles, California winery.

Unlike the process of serving wine from a bottle, wines on tap are not exposed to oxidation until the moment they are served, which ensures their quality and keeps their flavor as the vintner intended. In addition to reducing waste and carbon footprint created by serving in individual wine bottles, each of the Rim Bar's Wines on Tap wines is produced by a winemaker who practices biodynamic, sustainable or organic procedures in their production methods.

Niner Wine Estates proprietors, Richard and Pam Niner, believe that a blend of exceptional people, vineyards, tools, and ideas is the key to creating world-class wines and providing a unique wine country experience. Founded in 2001, Niner Wine Estates is dedicated to producing estate-grown wines from the premier wine-growing regions of Paso Robles and Edna Valley.

The Niner Wine Estates wines, and all of our Wine on Tap selections, also are available at The Rim from 4 to 1 a.m. nightly.

Aloha Summer Pool Party

May 30, 20146:00 pm

On Friday evenings, guests can enjoy live musical entertainment and the return of the Resort's popular Food Truck Fridays. On Saturday evenings, the Resort will feature entertainment provided by the Resort's own summer DJ and the Aloha Summer Barbecue served poolside featuring Pulled Luau Pork sandwiches with Grilled Pineapple and Mango Salsa and Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce on a Hawaiian Bun and served with Hawaiian Potato Chips.

Kierland Kampfires

May 30, 20146:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Kierland Kampfires
A signature activity and popular evening ritual, roasting Arizona s'mores over an open fire pit creates a fun and memorable experience for guests of all ages. $5 unlimited s'mores per person or complimentary if paying resort services charge.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 30, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

Aloha Summer Pool Party

May 31, 20146:00 pm

On Friday evenings, guests can enjoy live musical entertainment and the return of the Resort's popular Food Truck Fridays. On Saturday evenings, the Resort will feature entertainment provided by the Resort's own summer DJ and the Aloha Summer Barbecue served poolside featuring Pulled Luau Pork sandwiches with Grilled Pineapple and Mango Salsa and Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce on a Hawaiian Bun and served with Hawaiian Potato Chips.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

May 31, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.

"Star-Spangled Sundown" PaintScaping Show

June 1, 20148:00 pm

In the evenings from May 23 – July 5, 2014, Resort guests and locals alike can enjoy The Westin Kierland's newest tradition, PaintScaping, in which themed 3D images and animations are projected across the Resort’s 11-story main building and set to music. The art of "PaintScaping," derived from painting the landscape, merges a virtual world with the existing world by projecting 3-dimensional digital mapping onto buildings that act as the canvas for characters, colors, and objects as living and moving parts of the façade. This summer the PaintScaping show, titled "Star-Spangled Sundown" will feature all-American imagery paired with patriotic music. Held at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. nightly, the Star-Spangled Sundown PaintScaping show is free and open to the public.